Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 507} Last…
Crochet is a great craft. There’s nothing more satisfying than creating something out of a ball of yarn and a crochet hook. Ive shred a few crochet tutorials but today I’m going back to basics with a simple Granny Square. This is the building block of throws and blankets, and when you can master one…
Last week the main party leaders were out and about canvassing for votes for the forthcoming General Election on Thursday 4th July. The outgoing Prime Minister was at the Denby Pottery Factory and tried dipping pots, the Leader of the Labour Party was at Duchess China, whilst the Liberal Democrat Leader was painting some pottery…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 506} My…
The weather has been all over the place this month. It’s either been too cold or too hot and I haven’t been able to concentrate on one sewing project for more than an evening. I have a stack of projects next to me, all unfinished, but have been enjoying The Great British Sewing Bee and…
For most people, buying a property will be the largest investment they make in their life. As a result, it’s important that you get the whole process just right, from looking for the right house to closing the sale. There are a wide range of checks that you’ll need to carry out, one of which…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for the last few years. It’s my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of the adventures we have as a family. Five Happy Things {Week 505} Like…
The educational landscape has changed dramatically over the last decade, probably most dramatically, through integrating technology into classrooms and homes. For young learners, it has opened up new avenues for interacting with content in a manner that is at one time enjoyable and profoundly enriching. These tools render learning playful and challenging, usually developing problem-solving…
Surprisingly few people think of straight razors when they’re considering different shaving options. While they’re likely the oldest razor technology that’s still in use, they’re by no means a relic of the past. In recent years, they’ve shot up in popularity again, and you’ve likely seen both adverts and pop culture references springing up left…